scientificskepticism
Scientific skepticism is an approach to a question or claim that involves critical thinking and the examination of evidence. It is a stance of doubt that is not necessarily rejection, but rather a demand for sufficient evidence before accepting a claim as true. This approach is fundamental to the scientific method, which relies on empirical evidence, testability, and falsifiability to build knowledge. Skeptics do not automatically dismiss ideas but rather evaluate them based on established scientific principles and rigorous testing.
Key tenets of scientific skepticism include a reliance on evidence, a preference for natural explanations, and
The practice of scientific skepticism is vital for distinguishing between reliable information and misinformation, pseudoscience, or